Natural Osteoporosis Treatment
What is Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis, “porous bones“, is a disease that causes bones to become brittle and very susceptible to fractures. Osteopenia is the first phase with a decreased in MINERALIZATION OF THE BONES. These fractures typically occur in the hip, spine, and wrist. A fracture or broken bone can have a huge effect on your life, causing disability, pain, or loss of independence. Fractures can make it very difficult to do daily activities without help. And unfortunately, the International Osteoporosis Foundation currently estimates that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men over age 50 will suffer an osteoporotic fracture. From age 40 and on we lose about 1% of our bone density each year.
Osteoporosis is often called the “silent disease” because there are few warning signs and they’re easy to overlook. But the best method to diagnose osteoporosis is a bone mineral density test, called a DEXA scan.
In addition to a bone mineral density test, the following are basic tests that you should consider to potentially discover how to improve your bone health: Nutrient testing (minerals & vitamins) and heavy metal testing.
The Top Causes of Osteoporosis
Lack of weight-bearing exercise
An overactive thyroid
Sugar and sugary-drinks like soda
Low intake of minerals
Low vit D
SLE
Aging
Excessive coffee intake
Heavy meat diet
Small frame and small weight
Stress
Genetics
Systemic lupus erythematosus, bone health, and osteoporosis
Abstract
Purpose of review: This manuscript will provide a review of recent publications, examining the correlation of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) with changes in bone health and associated osteoporosis, highlighting prevalence, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
Recent findings: Studies suggest that bone loss and fractures are associated with SLE, related not only to the disease itself, but also with low vitamin D and treatment side-effects. Understanding the mechanisms of glucocorticoids on bone and the immunologic relationship of vitamin D, as well as recognizing the role of chronic inflammation on bone, allows for better understanding of skeletal side-effects. Further awareness of the association of poor bone health has led to an increased need for prevention and treatment. New imaging and treatment are emerging, although not recommended currently.
Summary: Loss of bone density culminating in osteoporosis and fracture is a frequent comorbidity in SLE patients at any age and is multifactorial in etiology. Awareness and diagnosis is crucial because of its prevalence and morbidity. Prevention is safe and effective in this high-risk population where diagnostic measures and interventions are underutilized and guidelines are lacking.